lap band
lap band · lap bands
An inflatable silicone ring implanted around the upper stomach to treat obesity by…An inflatable silicone ring implanted around the upper stomach to treat obesity by decreasing food consumption.
Meaning
1 sensesAn inflatable silicone ring implanted around the upper stomach to treat obesity by decreasing food consumption.
Origin
A genericized trademark of Lap-Band, itself a clipping of laparoscopic adjustable gastricA genericized trademark of Lap-Band, itself a clipping of laparoscopic adjustable gastric band.
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